Will Uncle Sam kill your loran?

Article Abstract:

Federal legislators could put an end to the independent global navigation network called loran as budget reductions seem probable in the $17 million-per-year system. Proponents of loran believe that the Global Positioning System alone cannot serve the navigational needs of boaters.

Planning, Laws, regulations and rules, Boating, Boats, Aids to navigation, Navigation aids, LORAN

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Flashpoint

Article Abstract:

Boating enthusiasts need to know what to do in case of onboard fires. The most important thing to do is to ensure that all passengers are safely out of the boat. In cases where the fire is still manageable, it is advisable to fight it with extinguishers.

Management, Accidents, Fires, Boating accidents

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The Cuba connection

Article Abstract:

The craze for Cuban cigars has tempted some boat owners to attempt to smuggle cigars into Florida. Other smugglers take the cigars to Mexico and ship them into the US. A trip to Cuba to investigate the cigar trade is described.

Cases, International trade, Florida, Cuba, Crime, Smuggling, Cigars, Key West, Florida, Embargoes

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